Aligned Minds

How we grieve a break up shapes our emotions, thoughts and behavior. Learn new tools for grieving a break up and see how CBT therapy can help you heal.

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A new student therapist has joined the Aligned Minds Counseling and Therapy team!
Learn about the perks of a student therapist and how they can help you.

Check out our student on our website to see if she is the right fit for you!

As school starts up again we know it is hard to keep track of all the things. Stress and anxiety move in fast with changing schedules and new time management. At Aligned Minds we help you find the alignment "back to school" takes away.

Often misunderstood, self-care extends far beyond spa days and pampering rituals. Learning and understanding how to build selfcare practices without guilt or clichés allows for enjoyable and restful moments.
Learn more about selfcare and how to implement it in your day to day!

https://www.aligned-minds.com/post/what-is-self-care

When you’re lying on the couch at 2 PM feeling like you’ve been hit by a truck? That’s not laziness. That’s burnout, ADHD-style. Learn how ADHD and spoon theory may be affecting you.

ADHD, Burnout, and Spoon Theory: Why You're Not Lazy (and How Therapy Can Help) If you’ve been exploring ADHD, burnout, or mental health lately, you might’ve come across the Spoon Theory. How can ADHD and burnout be explored trough spoon theory and therapy.

Learn how women’s anger is often misunderstood and diverted, how it affects mental health, and how therapy can help. Learn about healthy anger expression.

This blog highlights:

-Social Expectations: Why Women Suppress Anger
-Why Emotions Like Anger Matter
-Exploring Anger in Therapy

Understanding Women’s Anger: What It Means and Why It Matters Explore how women’s anger is often misunderstood and diverted, how it affects mental health, and how therapy can help. Learn about healthy anger expression.

Change is a natural part of life, and staying mindful helps us surf the waves with clarity and grace. When we are present in the moment, we can better understand our thoughts and emotions, making it easier to adapt to sudden urges and situations. Mindfulness allows us to accept change as it comes, riding the wave to growth instead of fear. Next time you are experiencing an negative urge, try thinking of taking up SURFING!

Surfing The Wave: Guide To Mindful Thinking And Change With spring on our mind, many of us are looking at making some changes in our lives, getting some renewed motivation to work towards those goals we have been contemplating for a while. We set a goal, make a plan and set on our way to make some changes full of enthusiasm and optimism! Common behavior...

Struggling with procrastination and wondering if it’s just laziness? It’s not.
Procrastination is a real challenge for many people with ADHD, and it’s rooted in how the brain processes time, motivation, and task management.
In our latest blog, we break down why ADHD makes procrastination harder and share practical, ADHD-friendly strategies to help you take control without shame.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and there are tools that can help.

ADHD & Procrastination: Why It Happens & How to Overcome It Procrastination and ADHD: a step by step guide to better productivity and understanding.

Ever feel like your emotions are running the show, leaving you stuck in frustration, regret, or pain? Fighting reality can make things even harder—but what if there was a way to find peace, even in tough moments? Radical Acceptance, a powerful DBT skill, can help you let go of emotional suffering and move forward with clarity. Check out our newest post to see how it works!

Radical Acceptance: How This DBT Skill Helps Manage Overwhelming Emotions Radical Acceptance : a DBT skill for distress tolerance Have you ever been in a situation and felt an intense wave of emotion overwhelm you, taking over your thoughts, and leading you to take destructive actions towards yourself or others? While experiencing pain and strong emotions happens to every...

Our wonderful colleague and friend, Psychologist Corine Kozuchowski, is hosting a workshop you don't want to miss out on!

If you are interested in finding out more email [email protected]

🌟 Exciting News! Melanie, Our Skilled Student Intern, is Now Taking Clients! 🌟

Aligned Minds Counseling and Therapy is pleased to announce that Melanie, our compassionate and dedicated student intern, has immediate availability to support new clients!

Melanie specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), alongside other effective techniques to help with anxiety, stress, and general life challenges. With her unique perspective and genuine empathy, she’s here to provide meaningful support at a highly affordable rate. 🌱

Session Rate: Only $65 per session
Location: Conveniently located in Strathearn, South Central Edmonton
Languages: English and French

Take this opportunity for high-quality therapy at an accessible price. If you or someone you know is ready to take a positive step forward, don’t hesitate—book a session with Melanie today!

aligned-minds.com/melaniegrell-low-cost-therapy-edmonton